What is the cheapest way to get from Kenosha to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Kenosha to Des Moines is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 6h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kenosha to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Kenosha to Des Moines is to train and fly which takes 5h 12m and costs $90 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Kenosha and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Kenosha station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street and arriving at Des Moines via Milwaukee Intermodal Station and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 24m.

How far is it from Kenosha to Des Moines?

The distance between Kenosha and Des Moines is 348 miles. The road distance is 355.6 miles.

How do I travel from Kenosha to Des Moines without a car?

The best way to get from Kenosha to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 18m and costs $70 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Kenosha to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Kenosha to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kenosha to Des Moines bus from?

Kenosha to Des Moines bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street.

Where does the Kenosha to Des Moines bus arrive?

Kenosha to Des Moines bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Kenosha to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Kenosha to Des Moines is 356 miles. It takes approximately 6h 19m to drive from Kenosha to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 241+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Kenosha to Des Moines - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Kenosha to Des Moines by bus, plane, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street to Mitchell Airportbus
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MKE - DSM
5h 48m
$95–487
Drive 353.5 mi
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1. Drive from Kenosha to Des Moinescar 353.5 mi
6h 19m
$61–88
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kenosha to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0155S / ...
11h 18m
$75–111
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kenosha to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
5h 14m
$67–297
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kenosha to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
5h 12m
$92–466
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Kenosha to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
11h 18m
$130–211
Bus
1. Take the bus from Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street to Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
13h 24m
$87–142

Kenosha to Des Moines by train and bus

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11h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 346.2 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Kenosha, WI, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street to Des Moines via Milwaukee Intermodal Station and Chicago Bus Station in around 13h 24m.

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